EasyDessert
Torrijas with Burnt Orange Compote
Caramelised brioche, candied orange, cinnamon cream
391 cal · 13g protein · 22 min
Calories · 1235 recipes
Meals Under 400 Calories
Satisfying dishes that come in under 400 calories a serving. Every recipe below is from the Delicious.com kitchen, with full method, macros and a one-tap grocery list.
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IntermediateIn-between
Cucumber & Shiso Granita with Yuzu Citrus Syrup
Palate-cleansing frozen herb slush
140 cal · 1g protein · 30 min
SophisticatedAppetizer
Chilled Abalone with Gochujang Emulsion, Crispy Rice Paper & Pickled Cucumber Ribbons
Tender poached abalone, spiced chili mayo, shattered rice paper, bright pickled vegetables
387 cal · 11g protein · 65 min
EasyIn-between
Fresh Papaya & Lime Granita with Toasted Sesame
Frozen, icy papaya purée with bright lime juice and a scatter of toasted sesame seeds
146 cal · 2g protein · 5 min
IntermediateLunch
Charred Octopus & Green Mango Salad with Charred Scotch Bonnet Vinaigrette
Tender tentacles, tart mango, and tongue-tingling Caribbean heat
392 cal · 35g protein · 60 min
SophisticatedSnack
Gougères aux Comté et Noix de Muscade
Cheese puffs with aged Comté and nutmeg
330 cal · 16g protein · 70 min
EasyIn-between
Mango & Coconut Milk Popsicles with Toasted Cardamom Crunch
Frozen island refreshment studded with spiced brittle
266 cal · 2g protein · 23 min
IntermediateIn-between
Roasted Grape & Almond Cluster with Fleur de Sel
Caramelized fruit, crispy nuts, sweet-salty bite
324 cal · 7g protein · 27 min
EasySnack
Ackee & Breadfruit Crisps with Citrus-Herb Salt
Golden pan-fried rounds of starchy island starches with zesty seasoning
236 cal · 3g protein · 22 min
EasyIn-between
Flan de Queso with Quince Paste
Creamy cheese custard with sweet quince, chilled and silky
383 cal · 11g protein · 18 min
EasyBreakfast
Huevos al Nido with Charred Tomato & Crispy Serrano
Baked eggs nestled in roasted tomato with salty ham
351 cal · 23g protein · 20 min
IntermediateIn-between
Chilled Litchi & Ginger Refresher
Light, floral, and cooling—a palate cleanser with bite.
92 cal · 1g protein · 5 min
IntermediateIn-between
Chilled Chicory-Lime Aguachile Shot
A bright, bracing afternoon pick-me-up—no meal, pure refreshment.
103 cal · 3g protein · 5 min
SophisticatedAppetizer
Smoked Eel Terrine with Mustard Gel & Pumpernickel Tuile
Silky, layered pâté with sharp mustard and crispy seed wafer
287 cal · 22g protein · 75 min
IntermediateIn-between
Charred Corn & Jalapeño Crisps with Lime Salt
Crispy corn kernels, roasted green chili, zesty finish
200 cal · 4g protein · 20 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Crispy Beef Liver Mousse Cones with Charred Onion & Creole Gastrique
Silky liver pâté in crispy tuile cones, sweet-spicy glaze, caramelized allium
379 cal · 14g protein · 38 min
SophisticatedAppetizer
Crispy Oyster Mushroom Steaks with Soy Caramel & Crispy Garlic Chip
Meaty, pan-seared mushroom slabs with umami glaze and texture
360 cal · 8g protein · 35 min
SophisticatedAppetizer
Crispy Jamón Cornets with Smoked Eel Mousse & Pickled Shallot
Paper-thin cured ham rolled into crispy cones filled with umami-rich eel cream
207 cal · 13g protein · 37 min
SophisticatedSnack
Crispy Rye & Caraway Crisps with Smoked Paprika Whipped Lard
Sophisticated rye wafers with luxe paprika lard spread
394 cal · 10g protein · 28 min
SophisticatedIn-between
Chilled Cucumber & Elderflower Panna Cotta Shot
Delicate savory-sweet mousse in a glass
174 cal · 3g protein · 16 min
SophisticatedIn-between
Roasted Black Radish & Horseradish Cream on Rye Crisp
Earthy, peppery root vegetable with cooling, sharp horseradish
152 cal · 4g protein · 35 min
SophisticatedIn-between
Chilled Tomato Water & Herb Consommé Shot with Crispy Breadcrumb Dust
Crystal-clear tomato essence with herbed breadcrumb garnish
152 cal · 5g protein · 25 min
IntermediateBreakfast
Chorizo Scramble with Charred Tomato & Cilantro
Eggs, spiced chorizo, and bright fresh herbs
319 cal · 19g protein · 20 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Crispy Gyoza Purses with Lobster, Uni & Brown Butter Foam
Golden wonton skin parcels with ocean-sweet filling, silky sabayon finish
290 cal · 13g protein · 25 min
Good to know
How long do these take?
Half are done in about 23 minutes. The quickest is around 8 minutes and the longest about 60 minutes, so there is something here whether you have a spare hour or twenty minutes.
How many calories are in these?
Most land between 121 and 377 calories a serving. Every recipe shows its own calories plus protein, carbs and fat, calculated per serving rather than per batch.
Do these come with a grocery list?
Yes. Any recipe here can be added to a grocery list that adds up quantities across everything you have chosen and sorts it by aisle, so two recipes needing onions become one line.
